8 things you must know about Atlanta United’s first season

Atlanta made the playoffs in its inaugural MLS season -- the first team since Seattle in 2009.

The team will host Columbus on Thursday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in the first round of the MLS playoffs. The game will be televised by ESPN2.

Atlanta's season by the numbers

Just how closely have you been watching the Five Stripes’ success in their first year? Here are eight questions that will test you on the stars of the team and a season of firsts.

See how you do and share your results with friends:

Atlanta United likely to set another attendance record

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Soccer stats: Previewing Atlanta United vs. New England

A by-the-numbers look at Atlanta United’s match versus New England on Saturday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Breaking down 2 important plays in Atlanta United’s recent draw with Dallas

Plays by Luis Abram in the first half and Tristan Muyumba in the second were critical in helping Atlanta United pick up the point it gained.

Same issues lead to Atlanta United’s draw with Dallas

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Soccer stats: Previewing Atlanta United vs. New England

Breaking down 2 important plays in Atlanta United’s recent draw with Dallas

Same issues lead to Atlanta United’s draw with Dallas

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